Author: HDI Staff
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Do you have something to say about COVID-19 and disability?
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) is collecting stories from individuals with disabilities about COVID-19 in Kentucky and how it affects people living with disabilities. Your story can add […]
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UK Human Development Institute News Update
Staff from the UK Human Development Institute (HDI) began operating remotely more than a month ago. Using available tools and technology, HDI continues to promote the inclusion, independence, and contributions […]
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Recreation Resource Guide
The purpose of this guide is to increase awareness of recreation opportunities for individuals of all abilities across Kentucky, as well as general resources that serve people across the nation. This guide is updated frequently as new opportunities become available across the state.
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Morgan’s Musings
Join Morgan Turner, Health Education Specialist of the Inclusive Health & Wellness Initiative for the video series Morgan’s Musings. In this informational series, Morgan interviews self-advocates, professionals, and family members of individuals with disabilities to gain a unique insight into their perspective and experience. Topics focus on leadership, self-advocacy, and disability as they relate to health.
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Busting Down Barriers! Comic Book
Project CHEER worked with a team of self-advocates in partnership with Disability Don’t Mean Can’t, a fitness and motivational resource developed by Kentucky native, Michael Carter, to create a comic book called Busting Down Barriers! The storyline was developed in collaboration with the real-life characters. The easy to read comic addresses different areas of health…
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Safeguard Against Disability Discrimination During COVID-19 (PDF Fact Sheet)
This fact sheet is from the National Center for Dignity in Healthcare for People with Disabilities, in which HDI is a partner, and is based on guidance from the U.S. […]
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Phoenix Johnson
Early Care and Education Coach: Health and Safety Child Care Aware Phone: Email: phoenix.peeler@uky.edu Responsibilities: To provide health and safety technical assistance to child care providers Experiences: Certified Family Home […]
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Danielle Augustin selected as AUCD Emerging Leader
The UK Human Development Institute is pleased to announce the selection of Danielle Augustin as an Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Emerging Leader. Emerging Leaders can make a […]
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Healthy and Connected: An important message from the UK Human Development Institute
Dr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones, Executive Director of the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), shares an important and timely message with Kentuckians. This short video message includes reminders about landmark […]